Travel takes us to the deepest oceans, most crowded cities and obscure corners around the planet. But when it takes us to the highest mountains, there is more than just a plane ticket and backpack to consider.
Altitude sickness — the body’s reaction to thinning oxygen above 10,000 feet — can leave travelers feeling sick, tired, in pain and frustrated with their experiences. But that’s not to say you can’t trek through the Himalayas or journey up Mt. Kilimanjaro. With a bit of foresight before you travel to higher elevations and self-restraint once you’ve reached the thinning air, you can help control the side effects of this nasty ailment. So buy that plane ticket and strap on your bag … here are six things you can do to help keep altitude sickness at bay the next time you plan to venture to the highest reaches of the earth.
